History of Fatty Acids

Abstract

In the early years of the 20th century the major causes of death were infectious disease, however with introduction of better
sanitation, cleaner food preparation and antibacterial drugs the major killers have become degenerative diseases such as heart
disease and cancer. Investigating the metabolic role of fat (from synthesis to utilization) may be central to our understanding
of the two major causes of death in the developed world, namely, heart disease and cancer.